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“I believe in getting into hot water. It keeps you clean.”

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“I believe in getting into hot water. It keeps you clean.”

– G.K. Chesterton, novelist

Do you ever feel like one day seems to run into the next, where things seem to be a bit dull or routine? Perhaps we can do as G.K. Chesterton suggests and rinse off the dirt and freshen up a bit … even if that means risking something new.

I know I feel much better when I splash a bit of water on my face to renew myself for what’s next to come in my day.

Exercise:

What areas of hot water can you get yourself in today to brighten up what’s ahead?

(You may need to risk not complying and not fitting in!)

“When it comes to life, the critical thing is whether you take things for granted, or take them with gratitude.”

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“When it comes to life, the critical thing is whether you take things for granted, or take them with gratitude.”

– G.K. Chesterton, novelist

Since my mother Rose passed away 18 months ago, we have had the great privilege to have my father Marvin living with us. I must admit I was a bit concerned how it would change our lives, since not too long ago, Wendy and I became empty nesters.

At the age of 87, my father does not move as fast, and this has caused me to become far more aware of and self-reflective about my own life. I am pleased to say that with his wisdom and influence, I am taking far more things with gratitude than for granted.

Exercise:

Use today to slow down to half speed and look around at all the wonderful things that make up your life.

Go out of your way to thank those who are on this journey with you and consider sharing your insights about this exercise.